1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 1972 Jaguar E Type
To start off, 1972 Jaguar E Type is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar E Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar E Type (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar E Type should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar E Type weights approximately 90 kg more than 1968 Dodge Coronet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Dodge Coronet (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jaguar E Type. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jaguar E Type.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Coronet | 1972 Jaguar E Type | |
Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
Model | Coronet | E Type |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5344 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 81 L |